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Melissa Manlove @mmanlove.bsky.social · 4h

Sally’s new and building a list, and also brilliant and comes to agenting with amazing experience, so… 👀👀👀

Sally M. Kim @sallymkim.bsky.social · 10h

I’ll be there! Join me and Melissa!

Melissa Manlove @mmanlove.bsky.social · 10h

Are you dreaming of a weekend to focus on your writing? Come join us at a gorgeous writers' retreat in Georgia in January! drive.google.com/file/d/1G_Sz...

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Melissa Manlove @mmanlove.bsky.social · 4h

Sure!

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Melissa Manlove @mmanlove.bsky.social · 10h

Are you dreaming of a weekend to focus on your writing? Come join us at a gorgeous writers' retreat in Georgia in January! drive.google.com/file/d/1G_Sz...

A beautiful lodge-style hotel on Lake Lanier

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Melissa Manlove @mmanlove.bsky.social · 12h

sure!

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Melissa Manlove @mmanlove.bsky.social · 13h

Sure!

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Melissa Manlove @mmanlove.bsky.social · 13h

It would be a stretch for me, but never say never!

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Melissa Manlove @mmanlove.bsky.social · 14h

Yup

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Melissa Manlove @mmanlove.bsky.social · 14h

If it's a longer work, synopsis and sample chapters ;)

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Melissa Manlove @mmanlove.bsky.social · 1d

Whichever!

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Melissa Manlove @mmanlove.bsky.social · 1d

It’s not a promise, Carol, it’s a threat 😂

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Melissa Manlove @mmanlove.bsky.social · 1d

If you are the artist too, sure!

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Melissa Manlove @mmanlove.bsky.social · 1d

Thanks for participating!

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Melissa Manlove @mmanlove.bsky.social · 1d

I will not be able to reply to manuscripts which I do not feel I can take forward to Acquisition, so if they do not hear from me by the end of December, that will mean it is a “no”.

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Melissa Manlove @mmanlove.bsky.social · 1d

While writers can submit as many manuscripts as they like, I will read only one from each creator, and if they send multiple MSs, I will choose at random which one I read.

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Melissa Manlove @mmanlove.bsky.social · 1d

Psst! I am opening up to unagented children's book submissions *just for the month of October*! This is an exciting experiment. The email to send submissions to is [email protected]. You can find out about what I'm looking for at www.manuscriptwishlist.com/mswl-post/me...

Melissa Manlove – The Official Manuscript Wish List Website

www.manuscriptwishlist.com

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Melissa Manlove @mmanlove.bsky.social · 10d

Psst! Looking for a dreamy retreat to work on your writing? www.lolaschaefer.com/workshops

Workshops — Lola M Schaefer

www.lolaschaefer.com

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Melissa Manlove @mmanlove.bsky.social · 16d

Come retreat with me,writers!
Ink and Agave Picture Book Writing Retreat
Retreat DATES: 4/10/26 - 4/12/26
VENUE: Franciscan Renewal Center, Scottsdale, AZ
This intimate weekend retreat is designed exclusively for picture book writers who are ready to grow, polish, and connect.

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Melissa Manlove @mmanlove.bsky.social · 16d

This retreat isn’t just about writing. It’s about reigniting your purpose, nurturing your craft, and walking away with clarity and confidence.
Where to Register: KimTomsic.com

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Melissa Manlove @mmanlove.bsky.social · 16d

Over three soul-nourishing days, you’ll participate in four small-group workshops, each led by a seasoned editor, agent, or author. You’ll receive focused, personalized feedback on your manuscript(s) and have dedicated time to revise, reflect, and elevate your work in a truly creative setting.

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Melissa Manlove @mmanlove.bsky.social · 16d

Come retreat with me,writers!
Ink and Agave Picture Book Writing Retreat
Retreat DATES: 4/10/26 - 4/12/26
VENUE: Franciscan Renewal Center, Scottsdale, AZ
This intimate weekend retreat is designed exclusively for picture book writers who are ready to grow, polish, and connect.

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Philip Bump @pbump.com · 27d

Extremist murders by ideology, 2013 to 2022. www.pbump.net/o/reassessin...

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Ray Beckerman @raybeckerman.bsky.social · 27d

The Resistance Rangers Want Your Help in Protecting National Parks www.sierraclub.org/sierra/2025-...

The Resistance Rangers Want Your Help in Protecting National Parks

A movement of off-duty and former officials has mobilized to save embattled parks

www.sierraclub.org

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Antonia Juhasz @antoniajuhasz.bsky.social · Sep 6

#FreeDC Mass march hitting the streets of DC now.

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Preeti Chhibber @runwithskizzers.bsky.social · May 1

“average person has 3 friends" factoid actualy just statistical error. average person has many friends. Mark Zuckerberg who lives in cave & has negative 100000 friends is an outlier adn should not have been counted

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John Holbein @johnholbein1.bsky.social · Aug 14

What happened when Brazil passed right-to-work legislation in 2017--banning mandatory union dues?

Workers' wages fell notably as a direct result.

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